Hidden gem right off Dixie Highway next to the F-45 gym. Plenty of parking in the back. The staff…read morewas very attentive ,we were seated right away and started ordering. The ambiance is very cozy and relaxing. There are so many options on the menu, but we decided to try a few for our first visit and everything was amazing. So creative and suchi unique flavors! I'm a big sushi fan and have tried so many places everywhere I go, but this one truly stands out both unique and creative at the same time. Definitely worth checking it out, and you'll know exactly what I mean once you try it!

Overall I did think that the flavor combinations here were unique and worked well together. Like…read morethe passion fruit + plantains, or honey mustard + avocado crab salad. I will say the sushi roll itself (while not necessarily small) was not all that large/filling, so I would recommend getting something else on the side. I liked that their roll and appetizers had a fun flavor and uniqueness that I haven't seen at other places. But I will say the prices are a little expensive but I guess average for Miami area. I was surprised to find single-use chopsticks over reusable ones. A small detail in an otherwise fairly nice restaurant that did kind of stick out to me. The vibe kind of felt like a mix of a slightly more upscale restaurant, but also kind of minimalist modern if that makes sense? Additionally, our service was a bit slow, with our waiter right over our shoulder asking if we were ready to place our order, no then not being around for the rest of the meal. Maybe it was just an off night though, and the food did come out fairly quickly. Overall I did enjoy my meal here, and I would probably come back eventually when I want something slightly more upscale. But on a day-to-day I would probably go Edward for my sushi fix. Not that the food was bad by any meals. I really enjoyed the fun and different flavor combinations, it's just a little pricy to go to everyday, and in my opinion the main portion sizes don't quite reflect that or have any particular flare to them aside from a colorful/flavorful sauce or topping in them. Recommend a try if you are nearby though to see for yourself.

If I could give 10 Stars, I would!. Food is AMAZING, servers are not so nice (some of them), but…read morethe food is worth it so it doesn't matter.

I had a wonderful experience at this restaurant. From the moment I walked in, the atmosphere felt…read morewarm and welcoming, with a comfortable setting that made it easy to relax and enjoy the evening. The food was outstanding. Every dish was fresh, flavorful, and beautifully presented. You can really tell that the kitchen pays attention to quality ingredients and careful preparation. The menu had a great variety of options, making it easy for everyone in our group to find something they loved. The service was just as impressive. The staff was friendly, attentive, and knowledgeable about the menu, offering great recommendations and making sure we had everything we needed throughout the meal. Overall, this restaurant delivered a fantastic dining experience. Great food, excellent service, and a lovely atmosphere make it a place I would happily visit again and recommend to others.

Located in the heart of Dadeland, Umaimon delivers (almost completely) authentic Tokyo energy in an…read moreintimate space. We ended up here on NYE for a quickie bite before heading to Fairchild's Night Garden. The vibe is kitschy and fun and the menu hits the sweet spot for Japonophiles with a curated assortment of faves from takoyaki to tonkotsu and even onigiri. On this night we wanted to keep it light so we started with the Japanese pickles which were a vibrant and crisp mix of veggies. Then a miso soup with fried rolled tofu sheets and lots of fresh green onions. We can never pass up his and hers unagi nigiri, and these were perfection: warm, sweet, and buttery on the tongue. Then it was time for makimono. Sushi in Japan tends to be simpler with a focus on expertly cut fresh fish, but at Umaimon they depart from the classics to play to the American palate with ingredients like cream cheese and mango. Now these are not the most creative offerings you'll find in the 305, but they do offer solid choices done well. He had the Twin Dragon and I couldn't pass on the Sugar Daddy. Now, is this the best Japanese/sushi place you're going to find in Miami? Probably not. But is it the most kawaii? Quite possibly. If you too have fallen in love with Japan but can't afford another plane ticket, Umaimon comes in clutch delivering faves in an unassuming spot.

I felt like I was in Japan. The food was amazing, accompanied by a wonderful service and ambiance…read more I truly enjoyed the tonkotsu and my son the black tonkotsu. Everything was incredible! A must come and try!

Haven't been here in years. Love the "new (at least to me) " inside. The red really pops…read more Anyways... I had a salad w ginger dressing and the sashimi appetizer. The ginger dressing tasted sooooo fresh, it was delicious! The sashimi ap included thin slices of tuna, salmon, and white fish. Here's a tio.... dip your salmon in the ginger. It pairs perfectly! Service was quick and efficient. I only wish the sushi was a more chilled.

I came back to try this place and had a somewhat similar experience as before. I ordered the Holt…read moreRoll again and was happy that it came with 12 pieces considering it is a riceless roll. The quality of the fish is actually better than I remember, and because my roll was just fish and avocado, it really relied on the quality of the fish for the flavor. I really enjoyed this roll. They also were generous with the fish and avocado in the roll. I was pleasantly surprised to find 12 large pieces instead of the smaller 8 pieces like many other places in the area. Most of the exciting flavor is coming from the sauces, but again the quality of the fish is where this roll is supposed to shine. I also tried their seaweed salad. Same as the roll, the portion size is pretty good, but the seaweed itself was under seasoned. I feel it needed a little bit more vinegar flavor. Overall tho it satisfied the craving. Overall, it is good simple sushi. It's good, maybe not the most amazing sushi I've ever had but having struggled to find other sushi places around that seem worth the price, this place is up there for Miami sushi in my area. It satisfied my craving for sure.

I have been coming to platu for years now and have thought for a while that it is South Miami's…read morebest and most consistent restaurant. Recently, we moved to this area and have made this our go-to Thai restaurant and we also love their sashimi when you just want some great fresh slices of hamachi. Recently, I tried their pad thai. I am not normally a pad thai lover however, this pad thai is made with angel hair type noodles that really soak up the delicious sauce. Included in the chicken pad Thai is also perfectly cooked tofu and delicious pork rinds. Honestly, its so good that it can satisfy a pasta craving also. Their tom kha soup is also in my opinion the best in Miami. It's not overly watery or just coconut milk like most offerings. Pla tu makes it with fresh herbs and has a little bit of heat mixed in. It's so good. The pieces of chicken and mushrooms are also tender and not overly boiled like most tom kha soups. We also go for the sushi. Their sashimi is extremely fresh and we can never turn down some fresh sliced hamachi here. Lastly, yesterday we tried the Thai Donuts. I am not normally a fan but the waitress insisted we try and boy are we glad we did. They were warm pillows that melted in our mouths and we scarfed them down. I don't think I will ever visit again without ordering them. I love this place. Service is great. Food is consistently delicious and I will always be back.

It's our 'Go To' place within walking distance of our home. The food is always excellent - we've…read morenever been disappointed by a dish, and the wait staff is professional, friendly, polite and quick. We've eaten both indoors and outdoors and would recommend indoors, certainly as it gets warmer. The restaurant is on Sunset Dr., so you contend with the passing cars. The decor is not especially Thai, but the food more than makes up for any shortcomings in that regard. Portions are tapas-sized, and great for sharing. One of my favorites is the Green Papaya Salad! My score: 9/10.

We had not been here in about a year. Going to Anaba on Friday after work became a bit of a…read moreritual for quite some time Then we moved offices. We came in today and asked for the sushi chef "Matsu". We were told he was gone, and we nearly gasped in horror. However, we were assured that the sushi chef in residence, Raimundo, was trained by Matsu. Well, Raimundo did not disappoint, the food at Anaba might be even better than it was before. Absolutely delicious. Fresh ingredients quality preparation with care. Our server Marko was so wonderful, and incredibly knowledgeable and calm. We will be making this our Friday night ritual again. You should join us!

This is my new favorite sushi place on the mile!…read more The staff are extremely welcoming and friendly. The menu includes a variety of authentic Japanese "Izakaya" style appetizers and small dishes as well as ramen and sushi rolls, nigiri, and sashimi. Their food is fresh and I am always looking forward to their daily specials. They have a variety of sake and sell beer and wine as well. They have a fun happy hour special where if you buy a beer, you get a free yakitori skewer which was absolutely delicious. The last time we went, we tried the black garlic tonkotsu ramen, which was extremely flavorful, authentic, and tasty. I can't wait to come back soon!

I wrote a review about this place 3 years ago and somehow didn't come back until now... which…read morehonestly feels like a personal mistake But coming back, I was kind of shocked in the best way--everything is exactly how I remembered it. Same quality, same kind service, same good energy. In a place like Coral Gables where spots come and go all the time, that kind of consistency is rare. If you're looking for a cozy, traditional Japanese spot with really good prices, please check out Sakura Japanese Restaurant. The food is always good, the service is warm, and it just feels like one of those places you're happy you found. I'll add photos from my first visit 3 years ago (on my camera ‍) and from today--you can see for yourself that the portions are still great and the prices are still super reasonable. I just really love supporting smaller, local spots like this, especially when they're this consistent. It deserves to be way busier than it is, so pls go show them some love before the big chains try to take over everything

I must've driven by Sakura hundreds of times over the years. I finally had the chance to pop in for…read morelunch. Inside feels a little old, could use some updating. Our waiter was nice enough, the rest of the staff were attentive. The food is very meh, nothing blew us away. And it seemed kind of pricey for a lunch. If I go back I'll try different things on the menu.

Lots of options on Miracle Mile and we definitely regret our choice. Walked in on a Sunday so it's…read morenot busy at all. But the first impression was that it smelled bad. Spicy tuna roll looked and tasted like beat up tuna and the hamachi was drenched in soy sauce before getting plated on top of soy sauce and oil at the bottom. Why?! Waste of good fish or covering up bad fish taste? The only sushi roll that didn't have imitation crab or tempura shrimp was the Seattle amigo roll, but it was drenched in sweet sauce. 0/10 would not recommend anything we ordered if you enjoy good sushi...

I'll admit, I wasn't as impressed when I came for happy hour, but my opinion definitely improved…read morewhen I came back for their weekday lunch specials. For happy hour, I've had the rainbow poke ($7), and the buy 2 get 1 skewers, and the ebi croquette ($11). All were good but not that filling. I would say in terms of deals, you get more bang for your buck with the lunch specials. For lunch, I shared the mai premium lunch ($28) and the udon soup ($16). The premium lunch came with miso soup and 9 small dishes in a beautiful bento box. Definitely aesthetically pleasing and I liked the variety. The udon soup was also great with chewy udon noodles, sweet savory soup, and tempura shrimp/veggies. Service was attentive and nice. Parking available via street parking or you can pay in nearby parking garages. I wouldn't bring a big party based on the limited seating arrangements inside. All in all good food. I would consider coming back for their lunch specials.